Tesla is preparing to launch a new “efficiency package” across most of its electric vehicle lineup amid range concerns. Tesla has long been the leader in efficiency for electric vehicles – getting more range out of smaller battery packs than most of its competitors. Some have caught up now and on top of it, there… Continue reading Tesla prepares new ‘efficiency package’ amid range concerns
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Honda looks to build a $14 billion EV and battery plant in Canada
Japanese automaker Honda has been, shall we say, laying very low when it comes to developing a decent electric vehicle, although we can expect its second EV attempt in the US, the Prologue, soon. After calling off beats with GM to “beat out Tesla” with a cheap SUV, it has now emerged with news that… Continue reading Honda looks to build a $14 billion EV and battery plant in Canada
Nissan suggests electric GT-R with solid-state batteries could arrive by 2030
The electric Nissan GT-R we’ve been waiting for may arrive by the end of the decade. Nissan said the 1,300 hp Hyper Force EV concept “gives a glimpse” of what the next electric GT-R could be. Nissan unveiled the Hyper Force EV concept at the Japan Mobility Show in October. The futuristic-looking electric supercar is… Continue reading Nissan suggests electric GT-R with solid-state batteries could arrive by 2030
Tesla adjusts ranges across lineup due to new EPA rule
Tesla has adjusted its EPA estimated ranges across most of its lineup due to a new EPA rule that should make estimated ranges more realistic. Earlier today, we reported on Tesla updating Model Y ranges for its 2024 model year with roughly 6% lower range across the board. It turns out that Tesla has updated… Continue reading Tesla adjusts ranges across lineup due to new EPA rule
Tesla announces new partnership with Samsung over energy connectivity
Tesla and Samsung have announced a new partnership over energy connectivity, which appears to be the reason behind Tesla’s API update. Yesterday, we reported on Tesla updating their API to include Powerwall, solar, and Wall Connector integration. It looks like the update was in the works because of a new collaboration with Samsung. Just a… Continue reading Tesla announces new partnership with Samsung over energy connectivity
Tesla Model Y range estimate reduced by 6%, becoming more realistic
Tesla has updated its Model Y EPA range estimates, lowering the range of its Long Range and Performance models by 6% in its online configurator. Specifically, the Model Y Long Range is down to 310 miles from 330, and the Model Y Performance is down to 285 miles from 303. The cheapest Model Y, the… Continue reading Tesla Model Y range estimate reduced by 6%, becoming more realistic
Tesla adds two new Model Y colors – Stealth Grey and Ultra Red
Tesla has updated its US Model Y configurator, adding the Ultra Red and Stealth Grey colors to the Model Y, which had previously only been available on the Model S and X. Tesla doesn’t change its color palette all that often, but last year it added two new colors to the Model S and X… Continue reading Tesla adds two new Model Y colors – Stealth Grey and Ultra Red
Fisker pivots to hybrid strategy of direct sales plus dealer partners offering ‘no haggle pricing’
Fisker Inc. has announced a new EV sales strategy that remains asset-light but can help boost sales of its flagship Ocean model. This morning, Fisker shared plans to adopt a network of approximately 100 dealer partners in addition to its direct sales model. Fisker Inc. ($FSR) is already looking to turn over a new leaf… Continue reading Fisker pivots to hybrid strategy of direct sales plus dealer partners offering ‘no haggle pricing’
GM’s China joint venture sold over 100,000 EVs last year
GM’s joint venture in China, SAIC-GM, delivered over 100,000 EVs in 2023, more than doubling from the previous year. GM’s China joint venture EV sales double in 2023 With 18,911 EVs handed over in December, GM’s China joint venture saw a 312% surge in deliveries over last year. SAIC-GM sells EVs under GM’s Buick, Chevy,… Continue reading GM’s China joint venture sold over 100,000 EVs last year
In California, self-driving cars are immune to traffic tickets
Photo by Brett Sayles on Pexels.com Anyone living in San Francisco knows that the city has been a testing ground for hundreds of self-driving cars – and there is probably a good reason why. In light of a series of incidents, including a pedestrian who was seriously injured by a Cruise robotaxi last year, California… Continue reading In California, self-driving cars are immune to traffic tickets